About Eagle
Eagles (Aquila) are large birds of prey found across mountains, forests, and coastal regions. They hunt fish, small mammals, and other birds using exceptional eyesight and powerful talons. Many species build massive nests (eyries) and exhibit monogamous breeding behavior.
- Habitat: Mountains, forests, grasslands, and coasts
- Diet: Fish, rodents, reptiles, and birds
- Notable traits: Keen vision, soaring flight, strong talons
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Interesting Facts
- •Eagles belong to the family Accipitridae within the class Aves.
- •Some species, like the bald eagle, primarily eat fish; others hunt small mammals.
- •Their eyesight can be 4–8× sharper than humans.
- •Eyries are among the largest bird nests, reused and expanded each year.
Scientific Classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Aves
Order: Accipitriformes
Family: Accipitridae
Genus: Aquila
Aquila
Quick Info
Class:
Aves
